Melissa Thompson-Beer
234 Kiwi Valley Road, Wairoa
Summary
I am a highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges; strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. I am eager to bring value to the Māori healthcare system, particularly here in Hawke's Bay by providing Māori people with resources and a healthcare system they can depend on.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Clinical Placement Experience
Acute Ward Transission (9 Weeks)
Wairoa, Hawkes Bay
07.2022 - 09.2022
- Managed comprehensive care for patients with heart failure, end-stage cancers, and COPD, while educating family members and caregivers on care instructions for improved patient outcomes.
- Delivered timely emergency response to critically ill patients, documenting treatments, medications, IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care to ensure continuity of care.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients on health conditions, prognosis, and treatment options, addressing questions to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
Clinical Placement Experience
Queen Street Practice (6 Weeks)
Wairoa, Hawkes Bay
04.2022 - 06.2022
- Administering subcutaneous injections, Removing sutures, providing wound care and conducting phone consultations when needed.
- Collaborated with nurses to triage and prioritize patients in high-pressure situations, making rapid and effective decisions.
- Educated patients on treatment options for various illnesses, collaborating with specialists to provide thorough education.
- Advised patients on post-treatment care options, at-home plans and effective rehabilitation.
- Interviewed patients concerning physical complaints, discussed symptoms, asked questions and suggested treatment options.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Safely administered flu and pneumonia vaccinations, providing education to customers on vaccines, dosage, indications, precautions, contraindications and potential side effects.
Clinical Placement Experience
Plunket (6 Weeks)
Wairoa, Hawkes Bay
04.2021 - 06.2021
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behaviour redirection.
- Employed positive reinforcement strategies to foster good behaviour among children, enhancing their social development.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behaviour redirection where appropriate.
- Engaged with parents and guardians respectfully, addressing diverse cultural values and needs to strengthen family relationships.
- Provided information on developmental milestones to coach families on incorporating modeled interventions into children's daily routines.
- Supplied community resources and educational materials to families, empowering them with knowledge and advocacy skills.
Clinical Placement Experience
Ward 5 Rehab And Pallative (3 Weeks)
Gisborne
11.2020 - 11.2020
- Using an NG feeding machine to give the patient nutrients needed
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Clinical Placement Experience
Community Mental Health (4 Weeks)
Gisborne
09.2020 - 10.2020
- Using a whole person approach (Te Whare Tapa Wha Model).
- Documented client progress in confidential files.
- Provided clients with recommendations to community resources.
- Evaluated patients based on mental and physical parameters discovered through interviews and standardized assessments.
- Worked with family members to develop support networks and multifaceted coping techniques focused on client needs.
- Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion.
Clinical Placement Experience
Theater Post-Operative + Pre-Operative (5 Weeks)
Gisborne
08.2020 - 09.2020
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Protected patients from infection by setting up and managing sterile operating fields.
- Paid close attention to operating procedures for adherence to established surgical techniques.
- Verified identity of patient or operative site.
Clinical Placement Experience
Acute Ward (2 Weeks)
Wairoa, Hawkes Bay
08.2019 - 09.2019
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Observed patient care outcomes to facilitate ongoing quality care.
- Reported abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to RN.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Maintained personal growth and development through ongoing process of formal and informal education.
- Transported patients between unit rooms and scanning locations for diverse procedures.
Clinical Practice
Kiri Te Kanawa ( 1 Week)
Gisborne
03.2019 - 03.2019
- Assessed pressure areas to implement effective care strategies for prevention.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities. Maintained a clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
- Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
- Engaged patients through conversation and reading to enhance mental alertness and provide companionship.
- Supported disabled clients to promote independence and well-being.
- Communicated with providers and other health care team members to maintain quality level of care
Education
Resuscitation For Vaccinators - Resuscitation For Vaccinators
Immunisation Advisory Course
04.2026 - 04.2026
Vaccinator Foundation Course - Vaccinator Foundation Course
Immunisation Advisory Centre
06.2024 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Nursing -
Eastern Institute of Technology (E.I.T)
Gisborne, NZ 02.2019 - 11.2022
Study And Career Preparation For Hauora -
Eastern Institute of Technology (E.I.T)
Gisborne, NZHigh School Graduate -
Wairoa College
Wairoa, NZImmunisation
Skills
- Patient care
- Patient Care Assessment
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Time management
- Creative problem-solving
- Team collaboration
- Written communication
- Positive adaptability
- Open-mindedness
- Passion for work
- Professional development
Accomplishments
Practice Nurse| Te Wairoa Medical Centre
Feb 2026- Current
. Vaccinating
. Providing education to patients
. Learning new skills to apply to consults
Practice Nurse| Queen Street Practice
January 2024- March 2025
. Vaccinating
. Providing education to patients
. Learning new skills to apply to consults
Caregiver|Heritage Lifecare Glengarry
January 2021 - Apr 2023
·Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation and medication reminders.
·Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain their hygiene and general wellness.
Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Production Worker|Affco
January 2015 - January 2021
· Scanner
· Production Packer
· Production Cleaner
· Supported machine operators in setup and operation of production equipment resulting in efficient runs.
· Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
Waitress •Cleaner, •Bartender|Tenfold Investments
January 2010 - December 2015
· Cash Handling
· Kitchen Hand
Referees
Kathy Hoole
Facility Manager, Glengarry Lifecare
Mobile 0272790237
Jodi Ropitini
Supervisor of Cleaners, Affco Wairoa
Mobile 02041043989
Current Employment
Te Wairoa Medical Centre
Feb 2026- Current
Practice Nurse
Timeline
Resuscitation For Vaccinators - Resuscitation For Vaccinators
Immunisation Advisory Course
04.2026 - 04.2026
Vaccinator Foundation Course - Vaccinator Foundation Course
Immunisation Advisory Centre
06.2024 - 06.2024
Clinical Placement Experience
Acute Ward Transission (9 Weeks)
07.2022 - 09.2022
Clinical Placement Experience
Queen Street Practice (6 Weeks)
04.2022 - 06.2022
Clinical Placement Experience
Plunket (6 Weeks)
04.2021 - 06.2021
Clinical Placement Experience
Ward 5 Rehab And Pallative (3 Weeks)
11.2020 - 11.2020
Clinical Placement Experience
Community Mental Health (4 Weeks)
09.2020 - 10.2020
Clinical Placement Experience
Theater Post-Operative + Pre-Operative (5 Weeks)
08.2020 - 09.2020
Clinical Placement Experience
Acute Ward (2 Weeks)
08.2019 - 09.2019
Clinical Practice
Kiri Te Kanawa ( 1 Week)
03.2019 - 03.2019
Bachelor of Nursing -
Eastern Institute of Technology (E.I.T)
02.2019 - 11.2022
Study And Career Preparation For Hauora -
Eastern Institute of Technology (E.I.T)
High School Graduate -
Wairoa College
Immunisation